JP Morgan Cuts MSCI Price Target to $685

JP Morgan has reiterated its Overweight rating on MSCI Inc., reducing its price target to $685, a 19.61% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Oct 16, 2026, 11:15 AM EDT · Updated Oct 16, 2026, 2:11 PM EDT

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JP Morgan cut its price target on MSCI Inc. ($MSCI) to $685 from $700 on October 14, 2026, and rates the stock "Overweight".

Since the rating, $MSCI is up 1.5% to date (from the $560.52 close on Oct 14, 2026).

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Key Points

On October 14, 2026, JP Morgan reiterated its Overweight rating on MSCI Inc. and lowered its price target to $685 from $700.
JP Morgan's $685 price target implies 19.61% upside from MSCI Inc.'s ($MSCI) current $572.68 share price.
As of October 16, 2026, MSCI shares were recently trading around $572.68, approximately 16.4% below the new price target.
The company is set to report earnings on October 20, 2026, with trailing twelve-month revenue of about $3.33 billion.

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JP Morgan has maintained its Overweight rating on MSCI Inc. (NYSE: MSCI) and reduced its price target to $685 from $700 on October 14, 2026. This adjustment reflects the firm's current outlook on the company and its performance in the financial services sector.

Analyst rating track record

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Other Institutional Activity in MSCI

Blackrock Inc. trimmed its stake by 272,109 shares, ending with 5,468,585 shares worth about $3.11 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC also slightly reduced its holdings by 8,376 shares, totaling 4,644,770 shares valued at approximately $2.64 billion. In contrast, Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC increased its position by 139,248 shares, bringing its total to 4,163,745 shares valued at around $2.37 billion. BAMCO Inc. grew its holdings by 512,347 shares, totaling 3,211,753 shares worth about $1.83 billion, while State Street Corporation added 80,052 shares to end with 3,194,918 shares valued at about $1.82 billion.

MSCI Inc. Stock Down 0.4%

MSCI's shares were trading recently at $572.68, which is about 16.4% below JP Morgan's new price target of $685. This comes as the stock has had a strong performance in the financial data and stock exchange industry, but the recent target adjustment suggests a more cautious outlook.

12-month forecast

$MSCI price target

MSCI Inc. daily closes and this analyst's $685 target. Not advice.

Recent Earnings

MSCI reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $3.33 billion, with a year-over-year revenue growth of 12.2%. The company has a net margin of 40.7%, indicating strong profitability. The next earnings report is scheduled for October 20, 2026.

Dividend

MSCI pays an annual dividend of $8.20 per share, with a dividend yield of about 1.4%. The company's dividend payout ratio stands at 42.1%, reflecting a balanced approach towards returning capital to shareholders.

Insider Buying and Selling at MSCI Inc.

Insider transactions include Chief Executive Officer Henry A. Fernandez buying 4,000 shares valued at approximately $2.25 million on May 15, 2026. Director Rajat Taneja purchased 1,786 shares for about $1 million on September 2, 2026. Chief Financial Officer Andrew Craig Wiechmann sold 450 shares for $272,052 on June 10, 2026, and again sold another 450 shares for $256,500 on October 12, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On October 14, 2026, JP Morgan maintained its Overweight rating on MSCI with a new price target of $685, down from $700. Earlier, Morgan Stanley also maintained an Overweight rating with a target of $662, and Wells Fargo adjusted its target to $685 from $690. The consensus among analysts remains positive, reflecting confidence in MSCI's growth potential.

About MSCI

MSCI Inc. provides research-based data, analytics, and indexes to clients worldwide, primarily in the financial services sector. The company's advanced technology supports its offerings, making it a key player in delivering market insights and investment solutions.

Bottom Line

Investors should keep an eye on MSCI's upcoming earnings report on October 20, 2026, as well as any further adjustments in analyst ratings and targets. The recent downgrade in price target by JP Morgan suggests a more cautious outlook, but the overall sentiment remains positive among analysts.